Loretta May Eilerman, age 81 of Marion, passed away Wednesday May 8, 2019 at Marion General Hospital due to complications from dementia.

Loretta was born on May 30, 1937 in Findlay, the daughter of the late Emmett L. and Vera G. (Decker) Frey. She graduated from Findlay High School in the class of 1955.

Loretta worked in customer service for over 30 years, retiring in 1991. She started with GTE/Verizon as one of the first switchboard operators. Her career path also took her to the Fulfillment Corporation of America and Walmart.

Loretta was an avid bowler and member of the Women’s Bowling Association. She also loved to play cards and was involved in a Euchre club. She enjoyed dancing and she had a generous heart. Family always came first for Loretta and no one left the house without a hug, a kiss and a “God Bless You”.

Visitation will be Monday, May 13, 2019 at Snyder Funeral Homes, GUNDER/HALL Chapel, 347 West Center St., Marion from 4PM to 7PM; Funeral service will be Tuesday at the funeral home at 10AM with Pastor Jeff Bush officiating; burial will be in Knollcrest Cemetery, Arcadia at approximately 12:30PM.

If so desired, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

The Snyder Funeral Homes of Marion are honored to be serving the Eilerman family; condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com

Vickey and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Loretta’s passing. She always had a smile and made you laugh no matter what. I know it has been a difficult few years, but prayers that your past memories shine through. She loved all of you very much!
Sincerely,
Kathy Moore

Sorry to hear about Loretta’s passing. She was one of kind a true original. She always had great pride in her children. She brought a lot of smiles and joy to my life and very blessed to have known her. Prayers to all the family.

Sweet Loretta May, how I’ve missed you over the years! I’ll forever remember you as a favorite coworker, oh the laughter we shared!!
R.I.P. dear friend, see ya when I get there.
You and my Dad will definitely have Heaven full of laughter! Lots of love xo

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Heaven gained a wonderful person with a great smile. I have thought of Loretta many times over the years. My mom, Jene Wilhelm, and Loretta were good friends. I’m sure those two are having a good laugh and talking about old times. May God be with you.

Girls, our hearts go out to all of you. I know how close you were with your Mom & remember how much fun we had bowling. SHE was the party that we were privileged to enjoy with her!! Love and prayers for you all. She is laughing in Heaven right now and probably being ornery! XOXO!!

Sorry to hear about Loretta’s passing.My heart goes out to all her family. Loretta was truly one of a kind and I loved working with her. She was so funny and alway’s had a joke to tell.Even though I haven’t seen her for a few years she is in my memories.